Upcoming Programs
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Step back in time and discover how people stayed connected before the digital age! The Portage County Historical Society invites children and families to a hands-on history experience where they can explore vintage communication tools and learn how messages were shared in the past.
Participants will have the chance to try their hand at writing with pen and ink, typing on a classic typewriter, and experimenting with other historical communication methods. Kids can even write their own postcard and mail it, experiencing the excitement of sending and receiving traditional correspondence!
This engaging, interactive event encourages creativity and curiosity while connecting young learners with the past in a fun and meaningful way. Don't miss this opportunity to "keep in touch" with history!
📅 Date: Wednesday, April 9th
⏰ Time: 3:00-7:00 PM
📍 Location: Central Wisconsin Children's Museum, 1100 Main Street, Stevens Point
This program is free with museum admission. Recommended for children of all ages.
Virtual Presentation: "The History of Goerke Park"
📅 Wednesday, May 1st, 2025
🕖 7:00 PM
Join the Portage County Historical Society for a special virtual presentation, “The History of Goerke Park,” led by Executive Director John Harry. As the City of Stevens Point considers a new master plan for Goerke Park which includes the proposed demolition of two historic buildings, this timely program will explore the park’s rich past and the significance of its surviving structures.
Among its amenities, Goerke Park is home to two key historic buildings:
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The former Stevens Point Armory, now housing the Parks and Forestry Department
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The Parker Building, the park’s original locker room facility, now known as the warming house for the winter skating rinks
Both structures are slated for demolition under the proposed plan. Kicking off Historic Preservation Month, this presentation will shine a light on the stories, civic functions, and architectural legacy these buildings represent and why they matter for future generations.
By educating the public on the site’s history, the Portage County Historical Society hopes to foster a greater understanding of the preservation issues at stake and encourage thoughtful discussion among citizens and city leaders alike.
📺 Tune in live on May 1st at 7pm via the PCHS Facebook page or YouTube channel. This presentation will be recorded for future viewing.
Let’s make history part of the future.